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EDD SDI login error: Account exists with my driver's license number, can't file claim. Payment timeline?

I'm having trouble logging into my state disability account online. The website says someone else already has an account with my driver's license number. Has anyone else run into this problem? I need to file a claim and get an account number for my medical provider. Also, does anyone know how long it usually takes to get payments and how they're sent out?

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve EDD login and account issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kM-uGsw-s4g

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Mei Chen

Have you tried using a different browser or clearing your cache? Sometimes thats all it takes to fix weird login issues.

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Yuki Nakamura

Thanks for the suggestion. I tried that already, but no luck. šŸ˜ž

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CosmicCadet

Maybe try incognito mode? Or a different device altogether?

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Sofia Ramirez

Bruh, the EDD is a joke. I've been trying to get my claim sorted for 3 months now. Good luck! šŸ¤”

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Dmitry Popov

It's so exhausting dealing with them. We're all just trying to get the benefits we're entitled to.

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GalaxyGazer

lmao welcome to the wonderful world of government bureaucracy šŸŽ‰ where nothing works and everyone's miserable

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Oliver Wagner

Right? It's a universal experience at this point.

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Connor Murphy

Pro tip: document EVERYTHING. Every call, every letter, every email. You never know when you'll need that info later.

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Yara Haddad

This is such good advice. I learned the hard way how valuable this practice can be.

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Isabella Santos

Have you tried turning it off and on again? šŸ¤£ jk jk... but seriously, the EDD website is held together with duct tape and prayers

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StarStrider

LOL! It really does feel that way sometimes.

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Liam O'Connor

I found a method to get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. https://claimyr.com

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Amara Adeyemi

Sounds sketchy. Is it legit?

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Liam O'Connor

Totally legit. I was skeptical at first too, but it saved me hours of hold time.

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Giovanni Gallo

$20 just to talk to someone? The system is so broken šŸ˜”

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Fatima Al-Mazrouei

I used Claimyr once and it worked like a charm. It's a shame these tools even need to exist, but desperate times call for desperate measures!

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Natasha Kuznetsova

I work in HR and deal with this stuff all the time. Here's a detailed breakdown of what you should do: 1. Call EDD immediately. Be prepared to verify your identity multiple ways. 2. While waiting for that to resolve, gather all necessary documents: - Pay stubs - W-2 forms - Medical certification (if applicable) - Any correspondence you've had with EDD so far 3. Follow up with your medical provider to ensure they have all the info they need from you. 4. Set up account alerts so you're notified of any activity. 5. Be patient but persistent. Follow up regularly if you don't hear back. Remember, the squeaky wheel gets the grease. Don't be afraid to escalate if you're not getting anywhere.

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Yuki Nakamura

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed response! This is super helpful.

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Javier Mendoza

MVP right here šŸ‘† This should be pinned to the top of the subreddit tbh

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Emma Thompson

Any tips for dealing with rude EDD employees? I always seem to get the grumpy ones šŸ˜…

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Malik Davis

Bringing a calm and patient attitude can sometimes help, but it's tough when you're dealing with unhelpful people.

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Keisha Robinson

Have you checked if there's been any identity theft? Might be worth looking into if someone else is using your info.

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Yuki Nakamura

Oh man, I hadn't even thought of that. How would I check?

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Paolo Conti

You can request a free credit report at AnnualCreditReport.com. That's a good place to start.

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Amina Sow

Identity theft is such a serious issue. Better to be safe and check.

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Andre Moreau

I've been dealing with EDD for months now, and let me tell you, it's a nightmare. Here's what you need to know about payments: ā€¢ Processing time: Usually takes about 14 days for a new claim ā€¢ Payment frequency: Every two weeks after approval ā€¢ Payment method: EDD Debit Card from Bank of America ā€¢ Alternative: You can set up direct deposit once you have account access As for the login issue, definitely call them ASAP. The longer you wait, the more of a headache it'll be.

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Zoe Christodoulou

This is super helpful info! Thank you for laying it out so clearly. Wish the EDD had this kind of transparency on their website.

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Jamal Thompson

It's ridiculous how these processes aren't streamlined. You'd think after years of complaints, they'd make improvements.

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Zara Rashid

It sounds like you're having a frustrating experience, and I definitely empathize. Based on what you've described, the problem with your driver's license number being used by someone else could be due to a number of issues, including administrative mistakes or even identity theft. First and foremost, contact the EDD directly to report this issue. Their customer service can be slow and the wait times are often long, but this is your best chance of getting the issue resolved. Using a service like Claimyr can indeed expedite the process if you find the wait times unbearable, but keep in mind it costs a fee. Once you've regained access, you should also consider setting up direct deposit for your payments as it is generally a more secure and faster method than relying on the debit card system. Processing initially takes around 14 days, but after that, payments should be more regular. To address the identity theft concern, check your credit report through AnnualCreditReport.com to see if there are any unusual activities. Lastly, you might want to consider reaching out to your local assembly member for additional support. They can sometimes advocate on your behalf with the EDD. Remember, persistency is key in these situations, so keep following up. Hopefully, it all gets resolved soon.

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Anastasia Fedorov

bump for visibility. hope you get this sorted out soon, OP!

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Sean Doyle

Agreed, hoping for a resolution soon!

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StarSurfer

Ugh, I had the same issue last year. It's so frustrating! Have you tried calling their support line? It took me forever to get through, but they were able to fix it for me.

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Carmen Reyes

I feel you. I had a similar experience with a different agency. It seems like these kinds of issues are more common than they should be. Persistence is key!

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Diego Vargas

guys i think we're all missing the real issue here... why is the DMV involved in disability claims??? make it make sense šŸ¤Æ

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CosmicCruiser

Right? It's so odd how all these agencies overlap in strange ways.

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Ravi Gupta

Unpopular opinion: maybe if we funded these systems properly, they wouldn't be such a mess šŸ¤·ā€ā™€ļø

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Freya Pedersen

Get outta here with your logic and reason! We don't do that here šŸ˜‚

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Omar Hassan

Preach! šŸ™Œ But good luck convincing politicians to invest in boring stuff like functional websites

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Chloe Anderson

It's true though! So much bureaucracy could be avoided with better infrastructure.

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Dylan Wright

have u tried contacting ur local assemblymember? they can sometimes help w/ EDD issues

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NebulaKnight

My assemblymember's office was super helpful during my issue with the DMV. They can really make things move!

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Ava Rodriguez

Anyone else think its weird that they use driver's license numbers for identification? What if you don't drive? šŸ¤”

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Miguel Ortiz

You can get a state ID that works the same way if you don't have a license.

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Zainab Khalil

I think they also accept passport numbers, but not 100% sure on that.

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QuantumQuest

It seems like a holdover from older systems. Definitely not ideal!

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